Young Carers

At Lodestar Academy we are aware that some of our pupils are young carers – children under 18 who are caring unpaid for a family member or friend who is ill, frail, disabled or has mental health or addiction problems. 

Young carers are a vulnerable and disadvantaged group who frequently experience difficulties in their education as a result of their caring role.

Our work to identify and support young carers has resulted in Lodestar Academy achieving the Young Carers in Schools bronze award.

For more information please contact Lodestar Academy Young Carers Leads:

Anita Perram

E: aperram@theburtonacademy.org.uk

Colleen Farnham

E: cfarnham@theburtonacademy.org